Research Nester published a report titled “Surgical Mask Market: Global Demand Analysis & Opportunity Outlook 2028” which delivers detailed overview of the global surgical mask market in terms of market segmentation by product, material, securing method, end-users, distribution channel, and by region.

Further, for the in-depth analysis, the report encompasses the industry growth indicators, restraints, supply and demand risk, along with detailed discussion on current and future market trends that are associated with the growth of the market.

The global surgical mask market is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of (-)18.1% over the forecast period, i.e., 2020 – 2028. The market is segmented by product into anti-fog surgical mask, basic surgical mask, fluid/splash resistant surgical mask, and N95 mask, out of which, the basic surgical mask segment is expected to register the largest market revenue of USD 6162.59 Million by the end of 2028, up from a revenue of USD 2216.95 Million in the year 2019.

The global surgical mask market is estimated to garner a revenue of USD 13145.08 Million by the end of 2028, up from a revenue of USD 4658.46 Million in the year 2019. Rising number of surgeries performed worldwide, followed by the growing cases of airborne diseases, such as coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2), influenza, and others, are driving the need for surgical masks, which in turn, is anticipated to drive the growth of the market in the coming years. Furthermore, the increasing focus of the government of nations worldwide to on healthcare, is also expected to create numerous opportunities for market growth in the coming years.

The global surgical mask market is segmented by region into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region, out of which, the market in North America region is expected to garner the largest revenue of USD 4443.04 Million by the end of 2028. Rising focus to upgrade the medical infrastructure, and the increasing availability of a robust healthcare system in the region to help drive the market growth. Amongst the countries in the market, the market in the United States is anticipated to hold the highest market share during the forecast period.

The research is global in nature and covers detailed analysis on the market in North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC [Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark], Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC [Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman], North Africa, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa). In addition, analysis comprising market size, Y-O-Y growth & opportunity analysis, market players’ competitive study, investment opportunities, demand for future outlook etc. has also been covered and displayed in the research report.

Rising Concern for Airborne Diseases Amongst Individuals

According to the statistics by the World Health Organization (WHO), confirmed COVID-19 cases around the globe increased from 45 confirmed cases on January 6^th, 2020 to 226236577 confirmed cases on September 16^th, 2021.

The cases of airborne diseases, such as coronavirus, which is caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus, is increasing rapidly, and has taken lives of millions of people. One of the easiest and effective way of refraining from getting infected from the virus is the use of face masks, which are available in different formats, such as 2-ply, 3-ply, fabric or cloth masks, and others. Moreover, stringent advisories regarding the use of masks in community and healthcare settings, is also driving the need amongst individuals to use these masks on a regular basis. Owing to such factors, the demand for masks is expected to grow significantly, and in turn drive the growth of the market.

However, the claims regarding lack of effectiveness and airflow of surgical masks is expected to operate as key restraint to the growth of global surgical mask market over the forecast period.

This report also provides the existing competitive scenario of some of the key players of the global surgical mask market which includes company profiling of 3M Company, Medicare Hygiene Limited, Premium Health Care Disposables Private Limited, Mediblue Healthcare Private Limited, Moldex-Metric, Inc., Kowa Company, Ltd., DACH Schutzbekleidung GmbH & Co. KG, Prestige Ameritech, and others. The profiling enfolds key information of the companies which encompasses business overview, products and services, key financials and recent news and developments. On the whole, the report depicts detailed overview of the global surgical mask market that will help industry consultants, equipment manufacturers, existing players searching for expansion opportunities, new players searching possibilities and other stakeholders to align their market centric strategies according to the ongoing and expected trends in the future.